John Schneider

The sign in John Schneider's garage says "Schneider's Biker Bar — Bikes, Beers and Babes." Bikes and beers, yes, said the Shorewood electrician about his five-car castle.

"But no babes unless my wife or daughter come in, which they rarely do," he said.

"Chateau Harding" is how Michael Harding describes his garage, which was designed by Highland Park-based architect Richard Becker to echo the architecture of his 1929 Highland Park house. Outside, the garage and adjoining courtyard are made of reclaimed brick, including one salvaged from the former Comiskey Park. Inside, the garage is finished down to its moldings, home-worthy lighting fixtures...